Smoked Flat Iron Steak with Herbed Ghee

This easy smoker recipe yields juicy and tender beef full of smoky flavor in just a few hours! Flat Iron Steak is marinated, smoked, finished in a skillet, and topped with a homemade herbed butter made with ghee.

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Flatiron Steak with Herbed Ghee

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Flatiron Steak with Herbed Ghee

Smoked Beef Flat Iron Steak with Herbed Ghee

This easy smoker recipe yields juicy and tender beef full of smoky flavor in a few hours! Flat Iron Steak is marinated, smoked, finished in a skillet, and then topped with a homemade herbed ghee.

SERVINGS: 6
PREP TIME: 1 hour (30 minutes active)
COOK TIME: 30 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 1 hour, 30 minutes

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 beef Flat Iron Steak (about 1.5 lbs.)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Marinade:
    • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
    • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 Tablespoon dried sage
  • Herbed Ghee:
    • 4 Tablespoons softened ghee (or clarified butter)
    • 1 Tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
    • 1 Tablespoon fresh oregano, minced

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Make the Marinade: Combine the marinade ingredients in a small bowl. Place the beef Flat Iron Steak and prepared marinade in a food-safe plastic bag. Turn the steak to coat it in the marinade, and secure the bag. Refrigerate the marinated steak for 30 minutes.
  2. Make the Herbed Ghee: Meanwhile, combine ghee, parsley, and oregano in a small bowl. Using parchment paper to hold the butter mixture, roll it back and forth to form a 2-inch-diameter log. Wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until firm.
  3. Add wood chunks, chips, or pellets to the smoker according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Preheat the smoker to 225°F.
  4. Remove the steak from the marinade and discard the remaining liquid. Add the steak to the smoker according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Set a timer for 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the desired smoke flavor.
  5. Heat a large skillet over medium heat until hot. When the steak is done smoking, carefully remove it from the smoker and transfer it to the preheated skillet.
  6. Cook the steak in the skillet for 8 to 11 minutes for medium rare (145°F) to medium (160°F) doneness, turning occasionally. Remove steaks and keep warm until ready to serve.
  7. Season the steaks with salt and pepper, as desired, and serve with the herbed ghee.
TIP: To mold butter into shapes, pack prepared butter into molds before refrigeration. The herbed ghee may be prepared ahead, and then wrapped, covered, and refrigerated for up to two weeks.

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